Jessica Sutkowski

It is important to provide one topic covered in a variety of learning modes and utilizing a rubric to grade. 

Students with English as a second language, it is important to not make assumptions of understanding as conversation is different than academic language proficiency. This is also important when reviewing general literacy of a class, as students with English has a first language may not have academic proficiency as well. In nursing this can also be discussed as a class when talking about community and patient education. In the not so distance past, the average literacy grade level in the community my previous hospital system served was reported to be at a third-grade level.  Improper education at the wrong literacy… >>>

We should embrace our differences and come together through shared experiences. We can ask learning to bring their perspective and experiences. This is especially important when entering into the medical field. We should be using all-inclusive language, different delivery methods to ensure understanding. This is important in the nursing field and as an instructor, teaching these methods on for students to impactful patient education skills. 

It is important to do self-examination on unconscious bias. As a nursing faculty member, it is important to recognize and create a safe learning environment that meets all learning needs, as well as instilling non-judgmental unbiasing nursing care values in our students.